DORC hosts an adventure ride in different locations around the Darwin area. The aim of these rides is to offer varied and sometimes unusual alternatives to our usual social ride locations. We hope to get all level riders together to enjoy our sport and trails in a friendly supportive environment.
This Sat 31 August ’24 DORC will be taking an adventure ride to look at the Shell Midden Hill out at Gunn Point before looping back. The meeting point for this ride will be signposted on the side of Gunn Point Road. The starting point is located 27km from Stow Rd/Howard Springs road junction.
Be there by 3:45pm for a 4:00pm start. Refreshments will be provided at the end of the ride (you’ll have earnt them).
It is the responsibility of the rider to ensure that they have a current Auscycling Licence,(to make sure we follow the Auscycling club and insurance requirements). If you are a non-member and would like to join us just follow the link and take advantage of the AusCycling four week free trial membership (click here) or you can sign a recreational day waiver to join us for the ride. Please see the ride leader for the waiver to sign or if you have any questions.
Location | Gunn Point Road |
Meeting point | 27km from Stow rd junction |
Date | Saturday 31st August |
Time | 3:45 pm for a 4:00 pm start |
The ride will be a gentle easy roll of around 19km with varying terrain – suitable for all riders and approx. 1.5 hours in duration. There will be some breaks to regroup and catch your breath on the way around.
You will need a mtb in good working order, an Australian standards helmet, enclosed footwear, gloves and a minimum or 2 litres of water will be required. Riders please be self-sufficient with water, spare tube, pump and tyre levers, etc.
Please see the ride leader (Will Harburn) before the start of the ride.
Any questions? Feel free to message Will on 0411 244353 or email us at darwinoffroadcyclists@gmail.com for more info.